Paint Frosting

DIY Paint Frosting Thickening Agent by Debi’s Design Diary is a liquid paint thickener made for creating raised stencils, dimensional texture, crafts, furniture effects, and gorgeous decorative finishes with DIY Paint.

A little goes a very long way. Add just a small amount of DIY Paint Frosting Thickening Agent to your paint to transform it from smooth and brushable into a thicker, frosting-like consistency that can hold texture, peaks, ridges, and raised stencil detail.

Use DIY Paint Frosting Thickening Agent when you want more body, more dimension, and more creative control. It is perfect for raised stencil work, textured furniture accents, craft projects, canvas art, layered finishes, and decorative details that need to stand proud from the surface.

Product Details:

• DIY Paint Frosting Thickening Agent is a liquid additive.

• Size: 2 oz bottle

• Use with: DIY Paint

• Best for: Raised stencils, dimensional texture, crafts, furniture accents, canvas art, and special effects

• Coverage: One 2 oz bottle can thicken up to 5 quarts of paint

• Use sparingly: Start with less than you think you need

How To Use:

1. Start with your DIY Paint in a small mixing cup.
2. Add DIY Paint Frosting Thickening Agent slowly, using only a tiny amount at a time.
3. Mix thoroughly until the paint begins to thicken.
4. Let the mixture sit for best results, ideally up to 12 hours.
5. Apply through a stencil, spread with a palette knife, brush into details, or layer onto your project for dimensional texture.
6. Allow raised areas to dry thoroughly before painting, glazing, waxing, or sealing.

Simple Mixing Guide:

• Use approximately 0.2% to 0.6% of your total paint mix.

• Do not exceed 1%.

• For 1/8 cup of paint, start with one tiny drop.

• For 1/2 cup of paint, start around 1/16 teaspoon.

• For 1 cup of paint, start around 1/8 teaspoon.

• Add more only if needed. It is much easier to thicken gradually than to thin the mixture back down.

Project Ideas:

• Use DIY Paint Frosting Thickening Agent with a raised stencil on drawer fronts, cabinet doors, signs, frames, or decorative panels.

• Mix a small amount into DIY Paint to create thicker texture for layered, aged, European-inspired furniture finishes.

• Apply with a palette knife for plaster-like accents, soft ridges, or artistic texture on canvas and home décor.

• Brush or stipple the thickened paint into carved details, then finish with wax, Liquid Patina, or Big Top for added depth and protection.

Tips For Best Results:

• Use sparingly and mix well.

• Test your mixture on a sample board before applying to your final piece.

• Let the thickened paint rest for best texture development.

• Apply in thin-to-moderate raised layers instead of one overly heavy application.

• Allow extra dry time for thick or dimensional areas.

• Seal finished projects as appropriate for their use.

Free U.S. Shipping is available on $150+ Orders; Flat $2.95 shipping shipping on $100+ orders; $6.95 shipping on $60+ orders. Most Single IOD Products Ship for $4-$5. (DIY Paint products are excluded from free or discounted shipping).

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